Introduction to Financial Management

What will I learn?

This is an entry level course to introduce candidates to basic business financial functions. This course is designed to introduce candidates to the knowledge and skills necessary to carry out basic business financial functions. The course includes the following topics:

  • Creditors and debtors
  • Finance for Non-Financial Managers
  • Basic financial record keeping
  • Cash flow statements
  • Sales Forecasting
  • Budgeting and Credit Control

What qualifications do I need?

There are no formal entry requirements for this course, however, as it is delivered online it would be beneficial if the candidate had basic competence in IT and the internet.

This course does not require a personal statement.

What can I do after?

This course is a good starting point for those individuals who are interested in starting their own business or who currently manage a small business and wish to increase their understanding of the financial aspects of the business.

Programme Information

From your start date on the course you have up to 9 weeks to complete your course. You could complete your course in 2 weeks or use the full 9 weeks- it's up to you. Study whenever you want, at your own pace.

Cost

These courses are fully funded for individuals who meet the eligibility criteria:

  • Resident in Scotland full-time, including refugees and asylum seekers
  • Be a Parent or a Carer responsible for a child under 18 living at home
  • Be in paid work – employed or self-employed
  • Earn an income below £33,000 – your annual income before tax

If you do not meet these criteria, you may be eligible via other methods, visit our Free Courses page to find out more.

Please note:  You can apply for one 20 week course or up to three 5-9 week courses. 

Companies looking to undertake this course for multiple staff or as part of a funded workforce training plan, should contact Online Learning Contact Form.